Horses race in Ascot Stakes during Royal Ascot meeting in England

The transcript describes a half-mile race at Ascot, highlighting the excitement and drama of the event. It begins with an introduction to the race and its participants, followed by a detailed account of the race's progress. The narrative builds up to a dramatic conclusion where unexpected events lead to the disqualification of a horse, Royalist IV, despite initially appearing to win. The story captures the thrill and unpredictability of horse racing.

What is a notable feature of the Ascot race event?

• The number of horses

• The presence of celebrities

• The heavy wagering

• The length of the race

Which horse was mentioned as being well-placed during the race?

• Royalist IV

• Barn

• Billerica Bear

• Gary

What unexpected event occurred at the end of the race?

• A horse fell

• A new horse joined the race

• Royalist IV was disqualified

• The race was extended

Who was initially thought to be the winner of the race?

• Gary

• Barn

• Billerica Bear

• Royalist IV

What was the reaction of the crowd to the race's outcome?

• They were amazed

• They were confused

• They were indifferent

• They were angry